Fed Should 'Go Big' Next Meeting and Cut to Zero, Janus' Maroutsos Says

Fed Should 'Go Big' Next Meeting and Cut to Zero, Janus' Maroutsos Says

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The video discusses the Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts in response to economic challenges, including the impact of the virus. It suggests a significant cut of 75 basis points and possibly more in the future. The discussion also covers the role of fiscal policy in addressing structural issues in the global economy, emphasizing the importance of both monetary and fiscal measures to ease financial conditions and support affected sectors.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the market expecting from the Federal Reserve in terms of interest rate changes?

An increase of 25 basis points

No change in interest rates

A cut of 75 basis points

An increase of 50 basis points

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe the Federal Reserve should adopt a significant stance?

Because they have ample room for further cuts

To increase market volatility

To counteract inflation

Due to limited room for further cuts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might a fiscal package affect the need for monetary stimulus?

It would increase the need for monetary stimulus

It would lessen the need for monetary stimulus

It would have no impact on monetary stimulus

It would delay the need for monetary stimulus

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the virus play in the Federal Reserve's decision to cut rates?

It encourages rate increases

It has no impact on rate decisions

It prevents rate cuts

It acts as a catalyst for rate cuts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which policy is considered to have a greater impact in addressing the crisis?

Environmental policy

Trade policy

Fiscal policy

Monetary policy